Lukas and I had a not-so-great weekend. He was still learning his way and had three soiling accidents-one in his box bed which soiled his blankets, another less than a foot away from his litter box in the bedroom and a third in his favorite chair in the sitting room. As his devoted servant, I cleaned. cleared and washed, hoping the Nature's Miracle enzymatic cleaner would do its job which apparently it has as there is no lingering odor anywhere. He did well getting his fluids and the vet knows to call regarding this situation.
Early this morning, before day break, Lukas went to his litter box, water bowl and out to the sitting room where his box bed is located without incident, so I hope the worst of this learning curve is behind both of us. He ate well at breakfast and took his medication from my hand. He purrs and licks me when I take him in my lap most of the time though his back legs are apparently a bit painful and his pet sitter who is a vet nurse suggested I watch how he's positioned as that may have been why he growled the other day.
Through my recent reading and observation, I was initially concerned about cognitive decline but Lukas's ability to locate and properly use his litter box, find and sleep in his bed box, eat, drink and recognize me with affection. all suggest that his loss is visual rather than cognitive, at least at this point. I'll see what vet has to say later today. For now, all is calm. Thanks for your care and concern. All good thoughts are appreciated.
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I am so glad that he seems to be doing better. Glad for both of you. Hugs.
I'm very glad he seems to be less confused. Yes, perhaps it was just visual disorientation while he learned new skills. Let's hope so.
Dear E, in the past weeks, you visited my blog and left a message, and i'm just this week trying to return to blogging after a long hiatus, and so I came here today to read what you'd written and discovered that Lukas, the cat with whom you must have been living for many years, is ill.
Like you, I live with a cat--actually three: Ellie, Maggie, and Matthew. We became friends back in December 2009 when they came home with me from the Shelter where they'd all three lived for a while. Ellie was three at the time and so now she is 17, and she, too, is experiencing ill health. However, I'm amazed at how she has responded to medication. As the months of the last year have passed, she has become so loving and so appreciative of any extra thing I do for her--like giving her treats twice a day instead of just the once that been our habit for all these years.
I will keep you and Lukas in my prayers and thoughts and return to your blog when I'm able. Peace from Dee Ready and the cats to you and Lukas.
Animals seem to be amazing at adapting to their difficulties. My aunt had a dig which was entirely blind and yet it loved life and knew its way around the house as if it could see like you or I.
e, it has been a while since I've visited the usual blogs I used to read, but your comment on EC's blog made me worry so here I am, finally. I'm so sorry to hear of Lukas' additional health issues. I believe from what I've read that the vet was right in saying he will adapt. It's the time between now and then that will be most difficult. It's always hard to see our furry friends decline or face challenges. I hope he reaches equilibrium again soon. Hugs for you and pats for him.
This is so good to read. They do seem to acclimate to loss of vision or hearing. Such a sweet face.
I am so glad Lukas appears to be on the mend. But challenging for you with all the extra labour involved. Not to mention the worry.
I am thinking of you both.
XO
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